Summit Top Stories
By ADILENE RODRIGUEZ
October 4, 2025
PLAINFIELD, NJ — Cameron Diaz was on set in Plainfield on Monday, September 29 for the upcoming Netflix film “Bad Day.” The actress, director Jake Szymanski, film extras and a full crew filmed throughout the day on Park and North avenues in front of the old Courier News building, which was ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — Sample ballots for the General Election are on the way to Union County voters this month. All registered voters will receive theirs in late October, while newly registered voters will get theirs after voter registration closes Oct. 14.Clerk Joanne Rajoppi urged residents to ...
SUMMIT, NJ — From shaping policy to planning events, Summit residents have a chance to help guide their community by volunteering for city boards and commissions.“Our incredible, dedicated volunteers are one of Summit’s greatest assets,” Mary Elizabeth Fagan said. “If you are passionate about ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit High School will present Cabaret: An Evening With the Stars on Friday, Oct. 10, at 7:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.The annual Hilltopper Stage Productions fundraiser will showcase Summit’s talented theater students in an evening of music and performance. Tickets are ...
TRENTON, NJ - Right now is a great time to be in New Jersey — there's a crispness in the air, everyone is thinking about local football, and the leaves are getting ready to put on their annual show. Each week, as has been our annual tradition, TAPinto will share the New Jersey Forest Service Fall ...
SUMMIT, NJ — E-bikes and e-scooters may be the hottest ride in town, but Summit Police want kids to know they’re not toys.On Friday, Officer David Kotiga brought the message to Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School, leading a student assembly on safe riding. His talk hit three main points: follow ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — In the aftermath of a deadly collision in Scotch Plains late last month that killed a 13-year-old boy on an e-bike, leaders all throughout the county are looking to advance new regulations and legislation.Nico Lombardi, 13, was struck and killed on September 24 in Scotch ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Most of us don’t think twice when plugging in our phones, laptops, or e-bikes, but the Summit Fire Department says those everyday charging habits can make all the difference in keeping families safe.From October 5 to 11, the department will take part in Fire Prevention Week, joining ...
WEST CALDWELL, NJ — Florence Chapman delivered a dominant field hockey performance Wednesday, scoring all four goals to lead Summit to a commanding 4-0 victory over Caldwell on the road.The Hilltoppers (8-4) established a 2-0 lead by halftime and added two more goals in the second half to secure ...
CRANFORD, NJ — A 17-year-old Garwood boy has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in connection with a crash that killed two juvenile girls in Cranford earlier this week, authorities announced Wednesday.Union County Prosecutor William A. Daniel and Cranford Police Chief Matthew ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Summit junior Matt McKeever made plays all over the field and on both sides of the ball last Friday night. His efforts from his linebacker spot and in relief at quarterback pushed the Hilltoppers past host Cranford, 24-17, and have now earned him recognition as the Salerno Duane Player ...
TRENTON, NJ — Jeffrey Spotts, a former co-founder and executive of Prophecy Asset Management LP, appeared in federal court Tuesday facing charges that he conspired to defraud investors out of $294 million, Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.Spotts, 58, of Summit, was arraigned before U.S.
SUMMIT, N.J. — The Other Fellow First Foundation, a grassroots nonprofit known for its swift and discreet response to families in crisis, is preparing to celebrate its 25th anniversary at this year’s 18th Annual Frozen Turkey Drive on Nov. 23.Founded in 2000 by Summit Diner owner Jim Greberis and ...
SUMMIT, NJ — After tensions flared at the Sept. 3 Common Council meeting, the Summit Police Department completed its review of harassment allegations filed by Democratic at-large candidate Dan Crisafulli and determined the incidents did not meet the legal standard for a harassment complaint.Council ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ – Union County residents looking for gardening guidance can turn to the free Master Gardeners Helpline, staffed by trained volunteers from Rutgers Cooperative Extension.The helpline answers questions on plant care, pests, lawn maintenance, composting, pruning, soil management, and ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Thinking about zipping around Summit on an e-bike or scooter? Summit residents of all ages are invited to join the Summit Police Department for a Facebook Live Q&A on Wednesday, October 1, at 7 p.m. to learn how to ride safely.An e-bike safety expert will share essential tips, ...
Summit, NJ – The Suburban Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its Annual Awards Dinner, to be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Embassy Suites in Berkeley Heights. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Suburban Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to ...
SUMMIT, NJ – After a marathon public hearing that lasted nearly seven hours and stretched past 1:00 a.m, the City of Summit Planning Board voted unanimously to forward the Tatlock Field lights project to the Common Council, finding the proposal consistent with the city’s master plan and issuing a ...
SUMMIT, NJ—Summit voters have several options to cast their ballots in the Tuesday, November 4, 2025, General Election, according to information from the Union County Clerk’s Office.The deadline to register to vote is Tuesday, October 14. Residents can check their voter registration status online, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Morris and Essex Line and Gladstone Branch rail service is subject to up to 20-minute delays in both directions between Millburn and Summit Stations due to ongoing repairs following a slow-speed non-passenger work train derailment at Summit Station, NJ Transit announced Tuesday ...
MADISON, NJ — Oak Knoll rolled to a 5–0 victory over Madison on Monday afternoon, tightening its grip on a strong start to the fall while the Dodgers continue to search for traction in a rugged schedule.Oak Knoll set the tone at the top of the lineup. At first singles, Isabella Ramirez controlled ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — Union County Prosecutors said two people were struck and killed by a driver Monday afternoon in Cranford.At approximately 5:30 p.m. Cranford police, fire and EMS, along with first responders from Westfield, responded to the scene of the crash. In a news release posted on social ...
SUMMIT, N.J. — Jay Abate never set out to create a program. He just noticed a need.“It started simple,” Abate said. “I was delivering Meals on Wheels to a neighbor and realized she hadn’t had her garbage taken out in weeks. I thought, ‘I can take two minutes and help.’ Then someone else needed a ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Under clear blue skies, a music-loving audience gathered on the Village Green on Sunday for Summit’s fifth annual Battle of the Bands, where three local groups showcased their talent in an afternoon of live music.The competition featured 30-minute sets from The Cluster Mob, More Stars ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Several city streets will be affected by utility work and construction projects beginning Monday, Sept. 29, with closures and detours expected throughout the week, officials announced.The work is scheduled to run through Friday, Oct. 3, and will involve projects by New Jersey American ...
SUMMIT, NJ – The Summit gymnastics team separated itself from the pack at the 23rd Annual Cougar Invitational on Sept. 18, posting 104.675 to finish third. The Hilltoppers trailed only powerhouses St. Thomas Aquinas (111.85) and Scotch Plains (106.375), while finishing well ahead of Cranford ...
SUMMIT, NJ – A contentious election season in Summit is set to heat up on local airwaves as candidates for Common Council prepare to make their case directly to voters. HTTV’s annual “Meet the Candidates” program will premiere Monday, September 29, giving residents a chance to hear from both ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The Union County Board of Commissioners recently amended its bond ordinances for upgrading some county parks, a building at Union County Vocational-Technical Schools, Ash Brook Golf Course and Galloping Hill Golf Course.The upgrades planned include renovating the tennis courts at ...
MADISON, NJ – Madison continued their hot start to the 2025 season on Friday afternoon with a convincing victory over Summit, 2-0 (25-11, 25-18). Madison never trailed in either set against the Hilltoppers and opened the first set with a dominating run. The Dodgers took an early 9-3 lead which ...
SUMMIT, NJ – UPDATE, 6:00 p.m., Sept. 28: This story has been updated to reflect the latest information from NJ Transit regarding service at Summit Station.The City of Summit announced NJ Transit service between Summit and New York Penn Station resumed as of 3 p.m. on Sunday. Morris and Essex, ...